CNMI Gov. Palacios on 902 talks, ICE raids, casino, and CUC | Full Interview

06/18/2025 - Northern Mariana Islands Governor Arnold Palacios sits down with Marianas Press' Thomas Manglona II to discuss a wide range of issues before he leaves for the states for a meeting with the Western Governors' Association today.

Some key points from the interview:

- The first 902 talks with The White House under the Trump administration could take place in August or September.

- Palacios hopes United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement considers "human dimension" while making arrests. 

- The governor shares what he wants to happen next for the casino industry.

- Palacios stands by his decision to veto legislation related to the Tinian Stablecoin.

- The governor addresses concerns about the CNMI not being "business friendly." 

- Palacios wants to bring down the cost of power generation and said there are renewable energy investors interested in the CNMI.  

Thomas Manglona II reports.